ACT Team Therapist

Brightli; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Additional Perks

Job summary

Brightli in Springfield, MO is hiring an ACT Therapist to join our outpatient team. You will assess, diagnose, and treat clients with evidence-based approaches, including individual, group, and family therapy, within a supportive, mission-driven setting.

The role emphasizes comprehensive intake, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and collaboration with the treatment team to ensure high-quality care for diverse clients seeking mental health support.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensed or licensure-eligible as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT for practice in the state.
• Willingness to pursue licensure in additional states as needed.
• Comfort delivering telehealth services (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, family, and/or other counseling to meet client goals.
• Conduct intake/screening and comprehensive assessments.
• Develop and document diagnostic formulations and treatment plans.
• Participate in clinical staffing and provide case feedback.
• Ensure services are authorized and documented per standards.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and referral sources.
• Handle crisis situations and provide emergency services as needed.
• Facilitate various therapy formats and provide clinical consultation as required.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Telehealth

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: ACT Therapist

Location: Springfield, Missouri

Department: Outpatient

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary: Join our compassionate team as atherapist, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, families, and couples facing mental health challenges. In this role, you will assess, diagnose, and treat clients based on their unique needs,utilizingevidence-based interventions to help them develop coping strategies and improve their overall well-being. We are looking for dedicated professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care and fostering positive relationships with clients.By becoming part of our team, youwill contribute to a collaborative environment that values growth, integrity, and the mission of helping others.

As atherapist, your primary responsibilities will include conducting thorough assessments, formulating treatment plans, and providing individual and group counseling. You will work closely with clients to guide them through their therapeutic journey, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.

This position offers….

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legalassistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuingeach individual’shumanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, family, and/or other practical counseling in various settings to meet client/patient needs and treatment goals.
• Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment processes within designatedtime frames.
• Determineand document diagnoses based on comprehensive assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plansin accordance withregulatory standards.
• Participatein clinical staffing/treatment meetings, providing feedback on pertinent cases.
• Ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specifiedtime frames.
• Document all services providedin accordance withregulatory standards.
• Assistclients/patients through the transition process and complete final correspondence.
• Maintainpositive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients/patients, and coworkers.
• Handle crisis situations as they arise and participatein emergency services as needed.
• Facilitate group counseling, family therapy, and individual sessions, including specialty services.
• Provide clinical consultation to treatment team members when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Must possess at least aMaster’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a relatedfield.
• Holds licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the state of practice as a professional counselor or social worker (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
• Must be willing to become licensed inadditionalstates as needed.
• Must be comfortable providing telehealth services (training will be provided).

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment.
• Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during workshift.
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing arerequiredonly occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.